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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EXPEDITION PLATINUM, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 138 (AUXILIARY BRAKE SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONTRAILER BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (TBM)REMOVAL
2021 Ford Expedition Platinum, RWD

Trailer Brake Control Module (TBM): Removal

2021 Ford Expedition Platinum, RWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: The trailer brake system is normally installed at the assembly plant, however, the system can be installed at the dealership. If the system is installed at the dealership, the TBM will be installed in place of the coin bin/storage tray and the IPC must be configured to communicate with the TBM. Refer to Module Configuration System see Programmable Parameters.

All vehicles 

  1. Remove the FCIM. Refer to: Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) Vehicles With: SYNC . Refer to: Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) Vehicles With: Sony Audio System .

    Vehicles without floor console 

  2. Remove the screw, detach the clips and remove the center instrument panel lower finish panel.
    GFD201012Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Detach the clips, disconnect the electrical connector(s) if equipped and remove the LH center instrument panel finish panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
    GFD201013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles equipped with floor console 

  4. Detach the clips, disconnect the electrical connector(s) (if equipped) and remove the LH center instrument panel finish panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
    GFD201014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles 

  5. NOTE: Do not pry on the face of the TBM or damage to the TBM may occur.

    Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver through the 2 access holes in the instrument panel, push down on the tabs and then pushing from the backside of the TBM, detach the module from the instrument panel.

    GFD201015Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the TBM.
GFD201016Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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